After being left by Edward, I couldn't stand the thought of him controlling me even in his absence. I admit it was an act of defiance, but it was a decision that brought me more happiness than I'd ever thought I'd experience. New Moon AU/Canon

Bella's life as a Cullen was near perfect. But what happens when Jasper and Bella return from three days away and find that everything they knew, everything that was has been changed forever?

A vampire, Edward's been alone for a long time, always missing the one thing he lives without. As a hybrid, Bella's never truly fitted in anywhere in her entire life, surrounded by the type of love that she craves. When Bella runs away from home, a chance meeting occurs that will change Edward's and Bella's lives forever. If only they knew how much…

Bella is forcefully turned by the Volturi, but when she awakens more powerful than they could have anticipated things turn from bad to worse for her. Sent to live with the Cullens as a means to keep her safe from the one who seeks to exploit her unique condition, Bella finds her mate in Jasper, a family to love her, and a truth which could change everything.

Twice burned, three times as heartbroken. Bella left Forks and returned to Phoenix to start again. Jasper walks into a bar to find a familiar face. He can't believe his eyes, but he likes what they see. Ditto Bella. Mature content, over 18 only, thx!